Senior Network Engineer – Firewalls (TS/Poly)

VTG; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

VTG in Herndon, VA is seeking a seasoned Network Engineer focused on firewall technologies to support a government client. You will design, implement, and manage Cisco, Palo Alto, and Juniper firewall solutions, configure policies, monitor for threats, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet security objectives.

A Top Secret Clearance with Polygraph is required, along with 11+ years of experience and relevant degrees.

Qualifications

• Minimum 11 years of network engineering experience.
• Top Secret Clearance with Polygraph required.
• Proven experience with Cisco, Palo Alto and Juniper firewall technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage firewall solutions utilizing Cisco, Palo Alto, and Juniper network devices
• Perform configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of firewall policies and rules
• Monitor network traffic for potential security threats and proactively address vulnerabilities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure network security standards align with business objectives
• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and best practices in network security and firewall technologies

Skills

Firewall expertise

Security best practices

Communication skills

Independent & collaborative

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in related disciplines

Tools

Cisco FTD

Palo Alto Panorama

Juniper firewall platforms

Network protocols TCP/IP

Job description

VTG in Herndon, VA is seeking a seasoned Network Engineer focused on firewall technologies to support a government client. You will design, implement, and manage Cisco, Palo Alto, and Juniper firewall solutions, configure policies, monitor for threats, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet security objectives.

A Top Secret Clearance with Polygraph is required, along with 11+ years of experience and relevant degrees.